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Rainy Day Picks This Weekend

11–12 July Near Harraby Green

Not every listing gets a golden ticket

We check the usual frankly silly number of local websites, then look for events that feel rainy-day friendly: cinemas, theatres, talks, workshops, galleries, concerts, cosy venues, and anything less likely to involve standing in a muddy field making brave weather noises.

Happening Saturday 11 July to Sunday 12 July.
Picked for Harraby Green, not somewhere halfway across the county.
Only Local Gems and Curated venues make the cut, because standards are still a thing.
Listings with proper descriptions get bumped up the list. Three words and a shrug will not do.

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Bowes Book Club5

Bowes Book Club

at Bowes Museum

Embrace curiosity and join the conversation as we explore stories that celebrate the arts, culture and creativity. Each session will showcase a hand-picked selection of objects from the collection and encourage lively discussion. Whether you’re a seasoned reader, a museum enthusiast, or looking for a new experience in an inspiring space, dive into a range of fiction, non-fiction, historical and modern explorations of change, style and empowerment through a range of perspectives. Please note: books will not be provided, so please ensure you can get one before the session. Suitable for ages 18+. £10. Booking recommended. Ticket price includes free tea or coffee. Sunday 12 July: The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid Please contact the learning team at if you have access requirements, so the session can be adapted to suit your needs. To reserve your place click ‘book tickets’ and select the ticket that suits you. We’ll confirm your membership when you arrive, or you can pay for a day ticket/ join as a member on the day. BOOK TICKETS

46.2 milesSun 12 Jul£10.
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Wearing Westwood and Sharing Stories7

Wearing Westwood and Sharing Stories

at Bowes Museum

Join Fashion Professors Dr Suzanne Rowland and Emma Jane Goldsmith for fun, lively narrative session s celebrating the joy of wearing Westwood. Bring your favourite pieces and photographs and share your memories of one of fashion’s most radical icons.

46.2 milesSun 12 Jul
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Wearing Westwood and Sharing Stories8

Wearing Westwood and Sharing Stories

at Bowes Museum

Join Fashion Professors Dr Suzanne Rowland and Emma Jane Goldsmith for fun, lively narrative session s celebrating the joy of wearing Westwood. Bring your favourite pieces and photographs and share your memories of one of fashion’s most radical icons.

46.2 milesSun 12 Jul11:30
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Heritage Steam Train Ride (Timetable A)10

Heritage Steam Train Ride (Timetable A)

at Tanfield Railway

Enjoy a scenic 6-mile round-trip through the Causey Valley aboard a lovingly restored steam locomotive and Victorian-era carriages. Day Rover tickets allow unlimited travel all day, and you can join or break your journey at any station.

49.5 milesSun 12 Jul£6-£16.30
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